Christmas in the Park? -

Has anyone been to the San Jose Holiday Parade before? I never went, but it seems fun. I have some high school friends that volunteer set up Christmas in the Park and volunteer with the San Jose Holiday Parade. I won t be able to go tomorrow. I might want to consider going maybe in the future. Where is Christmas in the Park located in downtown San Jose? When s the best time to go (Christmas in the Park)? Where s the center area of the Holiday Parade located (it s where they have the SJ Parade logo on the ground/ where the performers dance and sing)? Are there seats available or Do I have to bring a chair with me? How early should I arrive for the parade?

I ve been to the parade several times. The route starts on Santa Clara St at Hwy 87, continues down, and turns right on Market St and goes in front of Plaza de Cesar Chavez. The park is full of Christmas displays. The network TV area is in front of the park at the end of the route, near the Tech Museum. That is where the main performances are, but most of the groups also perform in front the other announcing stands earlier in the parade. I don t really remember bleachers. On Market St, they have barricade fences and I remember it being standing room only behind the barricades. On Santa Clara St., it s not as crowded, so there s space for lawn chairs if you show up early. I d say you can get a decent spot if you show up an hour or so early, just remember to factor in extra time for traffic and parking.

I enjoyed the parade this past weekend with the family. You can get to Christmas in the Park on light rail. Just exit at the convention center and walk over.

christmas in the park is right where the camera 12 downtown movies are :)

no thanks im alright for the moment.